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GOP Senators Retreat Amid Looming Government Shutdown

9/30/2025

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Republican senators plan a retreat at the Sea Island Resort in Georgia, October 3-5, as a shutdown looms.
The National Republican Senatorial Committee is covering costs; nightly rates range from $495 to $599.
GOP officials have not confirmed cancellation of the trip if a shutdown occurs.
Democrats also have a retreat during a potential shutdown, indicating limited urgency across parties.

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Story summary

Republican senators plan a retreat at the Sea Island Resort in Georgia, October 3-5, as a shutdown looms.
The National Republican Senatorial Committee is covering costs; nightly rates range from $495 to $599.
GOP officials have not confirmed cancellation of the trip if a shutdown occurs.
Democrats also have a retreat during a potential shutdown, indicating limited urgency across parties.